D-Link Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter 802.11g, 54Mbps Review

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(More customer reviews)I like this little gem. I had a PCI wireless card for my desktop that was several years old and no longer supported by the manufacturer. I needed to upgrade, but I wanted a USB wireless adapter this time around. I wanted to get it out from the bottom of my desk so I could a better signal. I had certain requirements for my new purchase. It couldn't cost any more than $45. It had to be USB. And it had to have some sort of USB extention cable or cradle. It had to be reviewed by Windows Vista users. It also had to have excellent reception. I don't have a big house, but there were a lot of walls and electronics near and in between the Access Point and my computer.
After searching I found the DLink Wireless G adapater fit the bill. I picked it up for $30 (at least $10 less than local stores). All of the reviews talked about great reception, even indepent review sites. And it had the USB craddle I was looking for. I bought it and got free shipping along with it! What a Deal!
I've had this little gem installed for about one month now, I coudn't be happier. It gets great reception. This adapter runs absolutely great with Vista. I am also using the included connection software and it plays very well with Vista.
The only downside is the optional craddle. It requires either a direct computer USB port, or a powered USB hub with an external power supply. It draws more mA than a non-powered hub can handle (at least it did on mine). I had to use the power supply on my USB hub to get the craddle to work. This is the only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5.
I highly recommend this product. You will not be disappointed.

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Belkin Wireless G Desktop Card F5D7000 - Network adapter - PCI - 802.11b, 802.11g Review

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(More customer reviews)I got the wireless card for my PC and installed it with minor difficulty. It worked just "OK" for 8 months or so. Within that time period I had to troubleshoot with Belkin technical support about 4 times. They were nice, maybe a bit condescending. The fact is that I do not have a second job maintaining my computer and I expect the support to be supportive without making me feel like a dummy. But, those are minor annoyances at best.
Anyway, after the 8 months or so my computer unexpectedly froze and I could not get on my network, yet the wireless networks of my neighbors COULD be found. Huh? I called Belkin and (to their credit) they did not pretend to not know what the problem was. With little hesitation they said the card was defective. I was transferred three times and told they would replace it at no cost. While at this point I did not want any more Belkin products, since they were replacing it at no cost to me...what did I have to lose?
OK, they asked for a credit card number so that if I didn't return my defective card in 20 days they would charge my card $43 and change. That seemed fair. We did this arrangement on a Wednesday afternoon. However, less than two hours later I was looking at my records and saw they already charged me for the card! I called back and said I did not understand...Blekin told me one thing and did another...major pet peeve of mine! I asked them to stop the order and just credit my card. No one asked me WHY, but I didn't care anymore. Just credit me. I was placed on hold while they "undid" the order placed two hours earlier. Grrrrrr.
The customer service person said that he undid the order, but they would have to call me back this afternoon to confirm my cancellation...ISN'T THAT WHAT WE WERE DOING NOW???? Guess who didn't get a call?
I received an e-mail the next day about how to return my defective card after I receive the new one. I e-mailed back that I had cancelled and did and just wanted my credit. No one responded. I e-mailed again on Saturday. No word again.
On Monday I got an e-mail saying that the card already shipped and that there was nothing they could do! I tried to reach this particular customer service person and ...gasp...she was not at her desk! I sent her an e-mail telling her the entire situation and that I would not buy Belkin EVER again.
Never heard back on that. By the way, I was frustrated but not venting in my e-mail. I had legitimate gripes!
I received the card but left it in the box...went and added my defective card and copies of my previous e-mails and mailed it to Belkin...they rec'd it two weeks ago and have yet to credit me. I called cust service a few days ago and gave them my return authorization number, my case number, and the tracking number to prove the cards were rec'd by Belkin. The cust service person even complimented me on my having all the info. AUGH! He said he would send my request to be credited to the return dept and since I had all the info I should see a credit in a couple of days.
No such luck. This isn't about $43. This is about a company that promises one thing and then hangs up the phone and does another. I still have the router, but will be donating that soon. I *did* ask for a company credit in lieu of the card, and that would have been fine, but then it is not transferrable and I am not planning on going anywhere near Belkin products again. I had hoped to donate the credit with the router and maybe someone in need would have better luck.
Forget about it. STAY AWAY. I so wish I had spent a few bucks more for a better company and product. If I could give Belkin zero stars, I would.

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Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter - Network adapter - Hi-Speed USB - 802.11b, 802.11g Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought two of these wireless adapters during the Thanksgiving sale and had nothing but problems with them.
I have been working as a Systems Administrator for many years, and configure LAN/WAN networks all the time, but I met my match when trying to get these adapters to work.
I installed one on a Windows XP Pro desktop computer with all the latest services packs and security updates, and the other was installed on a Windows XP Home laptop. It took me 6 hours to get the device to work on each computer, which I thought were running stably after going to Belkin's website and downloading the latest drivers to try and correct problem with windows losing the devices but I was wrong. For some unknown reason even though I was only seven feet away in the same room, I would lose my wireless connection from the desktop and or the laptop. Windows would also intermittently not be able to find the device on both desktop and laptop and required me to restart the computers to find the device again.
All wireless devices seem to have their glitches do to software, hardware, or interference from the environment, but this is the worst I have ever worked with!

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Belkin N150 Wireless USB Adapter (Latest Generation) Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased the Belkin N150 Router and N150 USB Wireless adapter together to enable Hughesnet on our second desktop. It is a 3 month old Dell 570 running Windows7 64 bit. Based on the reviews, it should have been a snap. My mistake was not realizing that this "latest generation", is not the previous model which had very high marks.
Belkin must have found a cheaper manufacturer in a less developed country to produce the new model.
I'll review the router after I get the network setup. The USB adapter arrived DOA. I spent 3 hours trying both the autorun CD and Windows 7 driver installer with no luck. When removing it to put back in the box to return it,
I noticed that the power LED wasn't on. Apparently that's the reason Windows couldn't get it working. So I gave it 0 stars for 0 performance, but Amazon requires at least 1 - (1 more than it deserves)!

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The Belkin N150 Wireless USB adapter connects your desktop or notebook computer to your wireless network so you can enjoy fast network connections at an affordable price. By giving you connection speeds of up to 150 Mbps*, this adapter is perfect surfing the web, emailing and instant messaging.*The standard transmission rates-150Mbps, 54Mbps, and 11Mbps-are the physical data rates. Actual data throughput will be lower.

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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 Review

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(More customer reviews)Doesn't even deserve one star, but I need to set something. On two different computers, one with Windows XP and and the other with Windows 7, the device would only work when the software was first installed, before the system was rebooted. After reboot, the device would NOT reconnect. Downloading the latest software didn't fix the problem, it only changed the failure. On Windows 7, the device would eventually reconnect if I disabled and re-enabled the device and otherwise fiddled with the networking stack in some indeterminate way. On XP, the device would reconnect, BUT, the system was unusable. A service named "WifiSvc.exe" would fail with a dialog reporting the failure. After closing the dialog, the service would be restarted and would fail again in one or two minutes, resulting in the dialog reappearing. This constantly reappearing failure dialog and intermittent network service rendered the system unusable.

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Improve wireless performance from built-in WiFi in notebooks and desktops, Connects PCs to the Internet using Wireless-G or Wireless-N routers from NETGEAR and others, Push ‘N' Connect secures the connection to a wireless router, Includes adapter cradle for desktop computers. Features: Designed for your notebook or desktop PC, Supports WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, and WEP security, Push ‘N' Connect.

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Belkin Wireless N+ 802.11n USB Adapter (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)When I received the Belkin Wireless N+ Router, I set it up it right in front of a window in my house. (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CEYYFK/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title) Setup was super easy and I turned on 802.11b/g/n to all transmit/receive at the same time. I also purchased a Belkin Wireless N+ 802.11n USB Adapter (Black) (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CF2TYC/ref=cm_cr_rev_prod_title) and installed it in my brand new Dell laptop. The combination worked flawlessly, setup was super easy, and the security was a snap to set up.
I received at least four lights all over our one story house including 80' away through a number of walls. My new laptop's built-in N-card/antenna did not work nearly as well as the Belkin N+ adapter.
I took the laptop and the Belkin N+ Adapter for a walk while keeping the window and router in my line of sight. At approximately 325' from the router, I still had full signal strength! I finally lost the signal about 380' feet from the router.
I also tried the Belkin adapter with a 7-year old, 512Mb ram HP laptop and got similar results - full signal at 325'.

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When only the fastest wireless connection will do, the Belkin N+ USB adapter has you covered. This adapter lets you connect your desktop or notebook computer to a Wireless-N network, letting you take advantage of the protocol's ultra-fast and reliable wireless connection. With Wireless-N performance, downloading large files, streaming HD video, playing online games, and making clear Internet phone calls without hiccups or slow-ups will never be a problem again.
Note: This Wireless-N adapter requires a Wireless-N Router, such as the Belkin N+ Router (sold separately).
Compatible with 802.11n Draft 2.0 for Incredible Performance Using the latest 802.11n Draft 2.0 technology, the N+ USB adapter will give you outstanding range thanks to the protocol's smart MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output) technology. Offering speeds of up to 300 Mbps, Wireless-N will give even the heaviest of Internet users something to smile about as they stream video, make VoIP calls, and download large music files without a hiccup.
Backwards Compatibility for Ultra Convenience The N+ USB adapter is backwards compatible with all Wireless-G and 802.11b networks and devices, which means that by carrying this adapter with your notebook, you'll be able to get a wireless connection wherever there is a wireless network, regardless of the type. And if you already invested in existing wireless peripherals, you won't need to replace them.
Elegant, Simple Design The adapter features a slim, sleek, glossy-black design and offers two connection options: you can either plug the adapter directly into your computer -- a useful option for travelers who want to travel light -- or you can use the included stand, which can help optimize your signal by letting you place it for the best reception. The adapter also features two integrated LEDs for "wireless" and "security," letting you know your network status at a glance.
One-Button Security With Wi-Fi Protected Setup, connecting your computer to a secure network is just a button-push away. The adapter also supports WPA/WPA2 and 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, so you can be certain you're protected from hackers and snoopers.
What's in the Box N+ Wireless USB Adapter with desktop stand, installation software CD, quick installation guide, user manual on CD-ROM.

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Medialink - Wireless N USB Adapter - 802.11n - 150Mbps - 2.4ghz - Windows 2000 / XP / Vista 64-Bit /128-Bit Windows 7 Compatible Review

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(More customer reviews)I own a computer that utilizes Windows Vista (64 bit) and was not having success installing wireless adapters from two reputable companies. At this point I was ready to cut open walls and run the ethernet cable to my computer. I mentioned the problem to my computer geek cousin and he told me to purchase a medialink wireless adapter as it supports Windows Vista 32 and 64. So I googled the wireless adapter and found that Amazon carried it. So I went to Amazon.com and there it was in the medialink adapter's product information, compatible with Vista 32 and 64. At $29.99 ( $10.00 cheaper then the previous two adapters), I thought it was worth the risk. I recieved it two days later and proceeded to install the medialink wireless G USB adapter and again no success. At this point I'm ready to punch a hole in the wall out of frustration. I finally decided to contact Mediabridge to convey my dissatisfaction. The phone was picked up after one ring and a customer service person rerouted me to technical support. Technical support picked up after one ring and I'm thinking to myself, this is amazing, no machine telling me to push buttons. After running several test on my computer with technical support, I still was not wireless. The tech support person, who was professional and knowledgable, recommended trying their wireless-N USB adapter. He said Mediabridge will ship it out right away at no cost. I received the wireless-N adapter the following day (again,amazing). I install it and within five minutes I was wireless. The installation was a snap. I'm on the internet several hours a day and I haven't had any problems at all. I forget sometimes that I'm wireless. At the price Mediabridge is charging for their wireless adapters, this is a steal. Kudos to Mediabridge for backing their products and lowering my blood pressure. I recommend this product to anyone who wants a quality wireless adapter at a great price.

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